Dekel Kidar
About Dekel Kidar
Dekel Kidar serves as the VP of DevOps at Nuvei, where he has worked since 2020, progressing through various leadership roles. With extensive experience in DevOps and ALM, he has previously held positions at companies such as TGS, Checkmarx, and Taldor.
Current Role at Nuvei
Dekel Kidar serves as the Vice President of DevOps at Nuvei, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Tel Aviv, Israel. In this role, he leads the DevOps initiatives within the organization, leveraging his extensive experience in the field. Prior to his current title, he worked as the DevOps Group Manager at Nuvei for seven years, starting in 2017. His leadership has been instrumental in advancing the company's DevOps practices.
Previous Experience in DevOps
Before joining Nuvei, Dekel Kidar held several key positions in the DevOps domain. He worked at Checkmarx as a DevOps Manager from 2013 to 2014 and as a DevOps professional from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a DevOps Team Leader and Release Manager at Taldor from 2015 to 2016. His earlier experience includes a role as a DevOps Team Leader at TGS from 2012 to 2013, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of DevOps methodologies.
Educational Background
Dekel Kidar studied at Ariel College from 1999 to 2006, completing a seven-year program. He furthered his education at John Bryce, where he achieved certification as a .NET developer from 2014 to 2015. This educational foundation has supported his career in technology and DevOps.
Expertise in DevOps and ALM
Dekel Kidar possesses expertise in various technical areas, including Jenkins, Windows Servers, Linux, Web technologies, TFS, and Team Leading. His strong background in Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) complements his DevOps skills, having held multiple leadership roles that bridge both disciplines. This combination of skills has enabled him to effectively lead teams and drive initiatives in the organizations he has worked for.
Career Progression
Dekel Kidar has demonstrated a clear career progression in the field of DevOps. Starting as an ALM Integrator at TGS from 2007 to 2011, he transitioned to various leadership roles, including ALM Team Leader and DevOps Team Leader. His journey continued through positions at Taldor and Checkmarx, ultimately leading to his current role at Nuvei. His experience reflects a commitment to advancing DevOps practices and team management.